Sourdough Hamburger Buns

4.50 from 2 votes

These hamburger buns are so soft and delicious! Long fermented and full of flavor!

Course Bread, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Easy Sourdough Recipe, Hamburger buns, Sourdough, sourdough hamburger buns, Sourdough Starter

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

First rise: 4-8 hours. Second rise: 1-2 hours. 10

Total Time 10 33

Servings buns

Calories 173kcal

Author Mary Rose

1 cup filtered water
3/4 cup active/fed sourdough starter
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
1 1/2 tsp salt
3 cups freshly milled whole wheat flour may use all-purpose or store bought whole wheat.

Mix all ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer.
Knead for 6-10 minutes or until it passes the window pane test.
Place in a large bowl, cover, and allow to rise for 4-8 hours.
Turn onto work surface and divide into 8 equal parts.
Shape each portion into a ball shape.
Place the balls of dough on a parchment lined baking sheet. Cover and allow to rise an additional 1-2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Brush tops with an egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden brown.